Manager, International Tax

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast. Job Summary This is a newly created position within the London tax team supporting senior members of the existing international tax function within our central London office. The team oversees all non-US group activities for all group businesses, so there is potential exposure to our numerous business units within the international space. However, due to recent growth, there will be an initial focus on Comcast Advanced Advertising/Technology business unit. The London team has responsibility for all taxes for 200+ entities in over 30 territories internationally. You will be based in London (West End). Job Description Key Position Responsibilities This is a newly created position that has arisen due to expansion within the group. You will be responsible for: Providing support on tax advisory matters, as required, for certain group business lines – initially including our Comcast International Cable Business/ Technology groups but may also cover project and advisory work for our NBCUniversal, Sky and wider Comcast international business segments; Partner with other tax team members and business finance and legal colleagues to support commercial activities and proactively identify, appraise and manage tax risks; Provide practical advice to commercial teams on the tax impact of specific business transactions; Assist with the development, review and implementation of the group Tax Strategy; Support cross border transactions (M&A, new market entry & new entity setup); Assist with ad-hoc tax advisory projects; Take a principal role in partnering both with the business internally and externally with advisors; In collaboration with other internal groups, support the review and implementation of transfer pricing documentation and policy; In collaboration with other internal groups, support the review and implementation of cross border moves/ working arrangements; Decision support on commercial projects relating to UK and overseas operations; Establish a strong profile within the Group, and be a key contact point and “go to” person for all things tax within your allocated businesses whilst working collaboratively with functional specialist colleagues (eg, VAT, transfer pricing, employment tax, etc.) to provide a seamless service to the business; Provide ad-hoc project support to senior leadership and liaison with other departments as required. About you: Demonstrate a strong commercial UK & International corporate tax knowledge; Awareness and practical working knowledge of tax accounting, international compliance and transfer pricing; Working understanding of, and ability to identify, VAT and employment tax issues; Team player; Good project management skills, ideally with some experience with helping to manage stakeholders and coordinate international tax projects; An ability to operate autonomously at a senior level and to be comfortable building relationships and partnering with senior finance and business personnel; Quick learner, self-motivated and pro-active; Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to formulate practical, commercial recommendations; Ability to summarise and communicate complex technical issues to a non-tax audience; Able to manage workload to tight deadlines and prioritise multiple tasks and work streams. Required skills/knowledge and qualifications Essential: At least 4 years’ post-qualification corporate tax experience, including significant exposure to international corporate tax matters. Experience of large US or multinational groups. Awareness of withholding, VAT, employment and other tax issues Professional qualification in accounting (ACA or equivalent). Good collaborator with an ability to understand complex commercial and business issues and support the formulation of practical solutions. Strong communication skills, especially in communicating tax concepts to a non-tax audience and/or teams in overseas territories. Desired: Commercial experience in the Digital Advertising, Technology or Entertainment & Media sectors. Big 4 background, ideally with experience within a large in-house multinational tax function. About Us We're a global media and technology company with three primary businesses: Comcast Cable, NBCUniversal, and Sky. Comcast Cable is one of the United States’ largest video, high-speed internet, and phone providers to residential customers under the Xfinity brand, and also provides these services to businesses. It also provides wireless and security and automation services to residential customers under the Xfinity brand. NBCUniversal is global and operates news, entertainment and sports cable networks, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, television production operations, television station groups, Universal Pictures, and Universal Parks and Resorts. Sky is one of Europe's leading media and entertainment companies, connecting customers to a broad range of video content through its pay television services. It also provides communications services, including residential high-speed internet, phone, and wireless services. Sky operates the Sky News broadcast network and sports and entertainment networks, produces original content, and has exclusive content rights.and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks. Employees at all levels are expected to: Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job. Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services. Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences. Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas. Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers. Drive results and growth. Respect and promote inclusion & diversity. Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities. Disclaimer: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications. Comcast is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. Comcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Education Bachelor's Degree While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience. Relevant Work Experience 5-7 Years Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. 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